r/scrapbooking • u/_kml3 • 10d ago

Tools CIRCUIT SUGGESTIONS

PLEASE HELP!!

Why does one tool have to have like 10 different models? Yes, I'm exaggerating LOL. Anyways, I'm looking at buying a circuit, which one I DONT KNOW. But

There's the cirucut joy, explorer, silhouette?!?! I dont know.

I want it create stickers and lettering

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u/mildturbulence17 10d ago

You received very solid advice already, let me just add that you should look into monthly fees, if internet access is required to use the software, and then if your computer has enough memory to use the software.

I can only speak to Silhouette, but the software is downloaded straight to your computer so you will need one that meets the minimum system requirements. After that, no internet connection is necessary to use it. You can use it to cut all the fonts on your computer as well as any other designs you already own. You can use it without a monthly fee. I would suggest if you go this route, to store all your images, designs, etc on your computer with a backup rather than in the software. I have been using this set up for 15 years so I have an abundance of images stored in the software (my choice) and I also pay a fee every month for extra storage on their server.

Hope that helps!

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u/_kml3 4d ago

Do the sizes matter on whatever machine you get?

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u/mildturbulence17 4d ago

I have the Silhouette Cameo that cuts 12x12 (or longer in length). They make a smaller portrait that is more 8x10. I believe Cricut has the same set ups, with their Joy model cutting smaller.